Reading Council

📚 We’re hiring: Teaching Assistant (Level 1) - The Hill Primary School

🌟 Are you enthusiastic, caring and passionate about supporting children in their learning and development?

🏫 The Hill Primary School is looking for a Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to join our friendly and supportive team, helping pupils thrive in a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

💙 This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to play an important role in supporting their confidence, wellbeing and educational progress.

📋 In this rewarding role, you will:
👩‍🏫 Support pupils in the classroom individually and in small groups
📝 Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom preparation
✨ Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
🤝 Encourage children’s confidence, independence and participation
📚 Support pupils with their learning and development across the school day
💬 Work collaboratively with staff, pupils and families

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/TwZmP

🌟 We’re Hiring: Residential Childcare Practitioner – Casual Worker

Looking for flexible, meaningful work? Join our Stable Loving Homes team in Reading as a Casual Residential Childcare Practitioner

You’ll support children and young people with a range of needs, helping them feel safe, empowered and included.
✨ Flexible shifts
✨ Rewarding, hands-on experience
✨ Make a real difference in children’s lives

If you’re caring, resilient and ready to support young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://rdguk.info/XhgrQ

For more information, visit our Stable Loving Homes page: https://rdguk.info/tL1ge

🌱 We're Hiring

We’re looking for Residential Childcare Practitioners to join our Stable Loving Homes service in Reading.

If you’re nurturing, resilient and passionate about helping young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
✨ Training provided
✨ Meaningful, rewarding work

👉 Apply now and make a real impact: https://rdguk.info/to1vS

For more information, visit our Stable Loving Homes page: https://rdguk.info/ed7jl

🧹 We’re hiring: Building Cleaning Supervisor

🌟 Are you a proactive and organised supervisor with experience leading cleaning teams and maintaining high standards?

🏢 We’re looking for a Building Cleaning Supervisor to join our Property & Assets Management team, helping to ensure Council-managed buildings remain clean, safe and welcoming for staff, residents and visitors.

🤝 Reporting to the Cleaning Services Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing day-to-day cleaning operations across a variety of sites throughout the borough.

💼 In this rewarding role, you will:
🧽 Supervise teams of cleaning operatives across Council buildings
📋 Allocate daily cleaning duties and monitor performance
✨ Ensure excellent standards of cleanliness are consistently maintained
🦺 Promote safe working practices and compliance with cleaning procedures
🤝 Support and motivate staff to deliver high-quality services
🏢 Help maintain welcoming environments for staff, residents and visitors

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/rcE4P

🛠️ We’re Hiring: Floor Layer – Housing Repairs Team 🏡

Are you an experienced Floor Layer looking to bring your skills to a team that values quality, professionalism, and great service? Join our Housing Repairs Team, where your work will directly improve the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of our residents.

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable tradesperson who can deliver high-quality flooring repairs and installations across a range of residential properties.

✨ In this role, you will:
🔹 Carry out floor laying, repairs, and maintenance including vinyl, laminate, carpet, and safety flooring
🔹 Ensure all work meets required safety and compliance standards
🔹 Deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service to residents
🔹 Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Housing Repairs Team
🔹 Maintain tools, equipment, and materials to a high standard

🧰 What we’re looking for:
✅ Proven experience as a floor layer or similar trade
✅ Strong practical skills and excellent attention to detail
✅ A commitment to safe working practices
✅ Great customer service and communication skills
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team
🚐 A full driving licence is essential

🤝 In return, you’ll join a supportive and professional repairs team that takes pride in delivering essential services to our community.

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/Dm1Vn

🌈 We’re hiring: Early Years Practitioner - Coley Primary School

💙 Are you passionate about shaping the world of little explorers and creating joyful, inspiring learning experiences for young children?

🏫 Coley Primary School is looking for a vibrant Early Years Practitioner to bring energy, warmth and a sense of fun to our Nursery this September.

✨ At Coley, we believe Early Years should feel joyful, purposeful and full of possibility. Our Nursery and Reception classes are buzzing with energy, curiosity and creativity — places where children feel safe to explore, take risks and grow into confident learners.

🌱 You’ll see these values in the way we build relationships, support our children and work together as a team — creating an environment where everyone feels included, valued and able to thrive.

🎯 We’re looking for someone who:
🎨 Brings the EYFS curriculum alive through play, language and real-life experiences
💬 Creates an environment where children feel safe, included and excited to learn
❤️ Builds warm, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
🌟 Encourages curiosity, independence and confidence in every child
📈 Takes pride in their practice and is always looking to grow

🌈 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring and creative school community where your passion and enthusiasm can make a real difference every day.

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/HcrFO

🧹 We’re Hiring: Part-Time (Mornings) Cleaning Operative – Building Cleaning Team 🧼

Are you reliable, hard-working, and take pride in a job well done? We’re looking for a Part-Time (Mornings) Cleaning Operative to join our Building Cleaning Team.

You’ll play a vital role in keeping our buildings clean, safe, and welcoming for staff, residents, and visitors — helping to maintain the high standards our community deserves.

✨ In this role, you’ll:
🏢 Carry out general cleaning duties across council buildings, offices, and public areas
🧽 Ensure hygiene and cleanliness standards are consistently maintained
🕓 Work part-time hours that fit around your schedule
👥 Be part of a supportive and friendly facilities team

💼 What we’re looking for:
✅ A strong work ethic and attention to detail
✅ Experience in cleaning or facilities (preferred, but not essential)
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
✅ A positive attitude and commitment to high standards

If you take pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces and want a role with real purpose in your local community, we’d love to hear from you!

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/u1p1m

Are you an unpaid carer? An unpaid carer is anyone who supports somebody living with an illness, disability, mental health condition or addiction and they cannot cope without your support.

On Monday at 10am you can start Carers Week with our 'Welcome to Carers Week' Webinar - whether you’re a carer, professional, partner organisation, or someone passionate about supporting unpaid carers, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn, connect, and share best practice. Hosted by Carers Leads from Reading Borough Council, Wokingham Borough Council, Berkshire Health Foundation Trust and Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, this engaging session will explore key topics including peer support and wellbeing, identifying carers, co‑production and carers’ voice, and carers’ rights and employment. . Link to register in the comments ➡️ ➡️ ➡️

You can help play a part in bringing Reading’s new Climate Action Plan to life.

More than 450 local people helped create a Shared Vision for a Climate Friendly Reading and the action plan.

Now Reading Climate Change Partnership is encouraging individuals and community groups to get involved in making it happen.

An online talk introducing the Reading Climate Action Plan 2025-30 is taking place on Monday 8 June, 12.30-1.30pm, followed by a series of workshops focusing on the themes of nature, energy, waste, food, water and travel.

Find out more about this event, which is part of Reading Climate Festival, and reserve your place at:

https://rdguk.info/8CqOZ